Karachi, — The Bank Al Falah Nigaah Art Awards 2026 marked a distinguished evening dedicated to
artistic excellence, bringing together leading voices and visionaries from Pakistan’s art and cultural
landscape. Hosted at the historic Mohatta Palace, the ceremony honored outstanding artists whose
work continues to shape contemporary artistic discourse and cultural narratives.
The awards recognized exceptional achievement across a diverse range of artistic disciplines, reflecting
both innovation and mastery. The Winners for the Nigaah Art Awards 2026 are:
Abstract — Rabeya Jalil
Portraiture — Ishtiaq Sandhu
Printmaking — Musawir Shabbir
Miniature — Ahsan Jamal
3D Sculpture — Ali Baba
Photography — Zaheer Chaudhry
Drawing — Jamil Baloch
Emerging Artist — Kiran Waseem
Curator — Saulat Ajmal
Art Critic — Sadia Pasha Kamran
Still Life — Babar Moghal
Landscape — Masood A. Khan
Calligraphy — Faizan Riedinger
Figurative — Mobina Zuberi
The Lifetime Achievement Award was conferred upon Ms. Nasreen Askari, in recognition of her
invaluable contributions to promoting art and her enduring impact on the preservation and
understanding of Pakistan’s artistic heritage.
The evening unfolded as a celebration of creativity and culture, featuring evocative folk music
performances, and a curated auction of artworks to support student scholarships, all of which enriched
the atmosphere with artistic dialogue and cultural resonance.
The awards were adjudicated by an esteemed jury comprising RM Naeem, Dr. Arjumand Faisel, Dr.
Rahat Naveed Masud, Noorjehan Bilgrami, and Tauqeer Muhajir.
The Nigaah Art Awards continue to serve as a vital platform for recognizing artistic excellence, fostering
cultural appreciation, and encouraging emerging and established artists alike.The awards were
presented by Javed Jabbar, Ahmad Shah,Jahangir Siddiqui,Shahab Zuberi, Deepak Parwani,Uzra
Dawood,and Asma Ibrahim. The 2026 awardees embody the diversity, depth, and vitality of Pakistani
art,offering inspiration for future generations to challenge conventions and articulate their stories
through creative expression.
The awards were supported by Bank Al Falah, Getz Pharma, Rotary Pakistan, UBL Funds, Zulfiqar and
Fatima Foundation, and Web Octane. Business Recorder and Aaj TV group were the media partners.
